SCHOOL NURSE

Bland County Public Schools is accepting applications for a full-time School Nurse. The School Nurse will provide professional nursing services that promote student health, safety, attendance, and academic success.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide routine, urgent, and emergency nursing care to students and staff.
• Assess student illnesses, injuries, and medical concerns.
• Administer medications and physician-authorized treatments.
• Develop and implement Individualized Health Care Plans and Emergency Action Plans.
• Provide care for students with diabetes, asthma, severe allergies, seizure disorders, and other medical conditions.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student health records.
• Review immunization records, physical examinations, and other required health documentation.
• Coordinate student health services with parents, school employees, health care providers, and community agencies.
• Provide health-related training and guidance to school personnel.
• Assist with health screenings, communicable disease prevention, and emergency preparedness.
• Perform other school health duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Current CPR, first-aid, and AED certification, or the ability to obtain required certification before employment.
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively during medical emergencies.
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and confidentiality skills.
• Successful completion of all required background checks and employment screenings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous school nursing, pediatric, public health, community health, or emergency nursing experience.
• Experience working with children who have chronic or complex medical needs.

Position: Full-Time
Contract: 10-Month/185 Days
Salary: Based on the Bland County Public Schools approved salary scale and the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience
Benefits: Eligible for benefits in accordance with School Board policy

This position will remain open until filled. The posting may close earlier than the listed deadline at the discretion of Bland County Public Schools.

Bland County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer.